KJV ORIGINAL
And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The following Saturday, basically the entire city showed up to hear God's message.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God's word spreads, people can't help but want to hear it for themselves.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, Paul and Barnabas were on their first missionary journey, spreading the Gospel through various cities in the Roman Empire. In Antioch of Pisidia, after Paul preached a sermon in the synagogue on one Sabbath that resonated with both Jews and Gentiles, word spread quickly about his message. By the next Sabbath, a massive crowd gathered to hear more, illustrating the growing excitement and opposition that characterized early Christian evangelism.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save